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“You can't answer violence with counter violence ... The answer is love. The best sabotage is love.”

Quote by Athol Fugard

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Athol Fugard is a renowned South African playwright known for his profound portrayals of life under apartheid in South Africa. His works often focus on social injustice and individual struggles, earning him acclaim from audiences and critics alike. more

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